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Introduction to Node.js
What is Node.js? History and Evolution of Node.js Advantages and Disadvantages of Node.js Use Cases of Node.js
Setting Up Node.js Environment
Node.js Installation Configuring Node.js NPM (Node Package Manager) Basic NPM Commands
Node.js Fundamentals
Node.js Architecture Node.js Modules Node.js Globals Node.js Callbacks EventDriven Programming Asynchronous Programming Streams and Buffers
Working with Node.js Modules
Creating and Exporting Modules Builtin Modules NPM Modules Creating a Package.json file Working with Module Dependencies Understanding Semantic Versioning
Express.js
Introduction to Express.js Setting Up Express.js HTTP Request Methods Routing in Express.js Request and Response Objects Middlewares in Express.js Handling Errors in Express.js
Working with Databases in Node.js
Introduction to Databases SQL vs NoSQL Databases Connecting to Databases in Node.js MongoDB (a NoSQL Database) Mongoose (an Object Data Modeling Library) CRUD Operations with MongoDB and Mongoose
Testing and Debugging in Node.js
Why is Testing Important? Unit Testing Integration Testing Debugging Node.js Applications Debugging with npm Debugger Debugging with Visual Studio Code
Deployment and Scaling of Node.js Applications
Deploying Node.js Applications Understanding the Different Environments Clustering in Node.js Load Balancing in Node.js Process Management in Node.js
Security in Node.js Applications
Common Security Threats Web Application Security Secure Coding Practices Authentication and Authorization Handling Passwords and Sensitive Data
Best Practices and Patterns in Node.js
Coding Best Practices Design Patterns Architectural Patterns Scalable Application Architecture Choosing the Right Tools and Techniques

Configuring Node.js

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Configuring Node.js is an important step in the development process as it allows developers to set up their development environment according to their specific needs.

There are several aspects of configuration that need to be considered before starting with node app development:
  1. Setting up environment variables: Environment variables are values set outside of the application that determine how the application should behave. These variables can be set up to specify database connections, port numbers, or any other configuration details that are crucial for the application.
  1. Configuring dependencies: Node.js has a rich ecosystem of libraries and tools. Developers need to configure and manage the dependencies for the application to run smoothly. They can use package.json files and package-lock.json files to define and manage dependencies.
  1. Selecting frameworks: There are several frameworks available for Node.js, and the selection of the framework can be based on the requirements of the application. Developers can choose from Express.js, Meteor.js, Koa.js, or any other framework that serves their purpose.
  1. Debugging and testing: Debugging and testing are essential aspects of node app development. Developers need to set up debugging and testing tools like Node Inspector or Mocha to ensure the application is working as expected.

In conclusion, configuring Node.js is an important step that can significantly impact the final outcome of the application. Proper configuration can lead to a more efficient and scalable application.

March 25, 2023

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